Eurojackpot System Bet — Full System, Partial System & Costs Explained

What Is a System Bet?

A Eurojackpot system bet allows you to select more numbers than in a standard bet. Instead of the usual 5 main numbers and 2 Euro numbers, you can choose 6, 7, or even 10 main numbers — and optionally 3 or more Euro numbers. The provider automatically generates all possible individual combinations from your selection.

The principle is simple: more numbers mean more combinations covered, which increases your winning chances — but also the price. A system bet is essentially a bundled submission of many individual bets that mathematically cover all combinations of your chosen numbers.

There are two basic variants: the full system and the partial system (VEW). Both pursue the same goal — covering more combinations — but differ considerably in scope and cost.

Full System Explained

With a full system, all mathematically possible combinations of your chosen numbers are played. You won't miss a single hit: if your winning numbers are among your selected numbers, you are guaranteed to win in the highest possible prize tier.

How the Calculation Works

The number of combinations is calculated using the binomial formula. For example, if you choose 7 main numbers instead of 5 in Eurojackpot, the result is:

C(7,5) = 7! / (5! x 2!) = 21 combinations

Each of these 21 combinations is played as an independent bet — each with the same 2 Euro numbers.

Full System Overview: Main Numbers

Example Calculation: Full System 7

Suppose you choose the main numbers 3, 14, 22, 31, 38, 42, 47 and the Euro numbers 4, 9. The system generates 21 individual bets:

• Bet 1: 3, 14, 22, 31, 38 + 4, 9
• Bet 2: 3, 14, 22, 31, 42 + 4, 9
• Bet 3: 3, 14, 22, 31, 47 + 4, 9
• ... (21 combinations in total)

If, for example, the numbers 3, 14, 31, 42, 47 are drawn, you don't just have the five-match — you also have multiple four-matches and three-matches, because these numbers appear in various combinations among your 21 bets. The full system guarantees that you extract the maximum winnings from your chosen numbers.

Cost: 21 x 2 euros = 42 euros (plus processing fee)

Guarantee Structure

This is the decisive advantage of the full system: if, for example, 5 of your 7 chosen main numbers are among the winning numbers, you are guaranteed:

• 1x five correct (prize tier 1-3, depending on Euro numbers)
• 5x four correct
• 10x three correct

These multiple wins add up and can more than offset the higher stake.

Partial System (VEW) Explained

The partial system — also known as VEW (abbreviated selected choice) — plays only a selection of all possible combinations. This drastically reduces costs, but also means: not every winning combination is guaranteed to be detected.

How the VEW System Works

With the VEW system, you also select more numbers than usual, but the provider generates only a mathematically optimised portion of the possible combinations. The selection follows a fixed scheme that ensures certain minimum wins are covered.

Example: VEW System with 8 Main Numbers

• Full System 8: 56 combinations -> 112 euros
• VEW 8/15: 15 combinations -> 30 euros
• VEW 8/20: 20 combinations -> 40 euros

You save up to 73% of the cost — with the risk that not all winning possibilities are covered. If all 5 winning numbers are among your 8 numbers, the full system guarantees the five-match. With the VEW system, it's possible that this exact five-match combination is not included in your played bets.

VEW Cost Table

The exact VEW schemes vary by provider. Pay attention to the win guarantee: reputable providers specify which minimum wins are guaranteed for a given number of matches.

Euro Number System

In addition to the main number system, you can also play a system with the Euro numbers. Instead of the usual 2 Euro numbers, you select 3 or more from the pool of 1 to 12.

Euro Number System Overview

Combination with Main Number System

You can combine both systems. Example:

• 6 main numbers + 3 Euro numbers:
  • Main number combinations: C(6,5) = 6
  • Euro number combinations: C(3,2) = 3
  • Total bets: 6 x 3 = 18 bets
  • Cost: 18 x 2 euros = 36 euros

The Euro number system is particularly attractive because the Euro numbers determine the prize tier. The difference between 5 correct (tier 3, average ~100,000 euros) and 5 correct + 2 Euro numbers (tier 1, the jackpot!) depends solely on the Euro numbers.

Cost Table: Combined Systems

Costs increase exponentially. A full system 8 with 3 Euro numbers already costs 336 euros per draw. In practice, such systems are almost exclusively realistic for syndicates.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Higher odds of winning: More combinations = higher probability of a match
• Multiple wins: When you hit, you often win in several tiers simultaneously
• Systematic coverage: No need to manually create dozens of individual bets
• Euro number system: Specifically push the prize tier upwards
• Convenience: The provider generates all combinations automatically

Disadvantages

• High cost: Even a full system 7 costs 42 euros — per draw
• Exponential price increase: Each additional number multiplies the cost
• No better return: The expected value per euro invested remains the same
• VEW risk: With the partial system, not all wins are guaranteed
• Loss risk: With two draws per week, system costs add up quickly

When Is a System Bet Worthwhile?

A system bet is more worthwhile in certain situations than in others:

Makes sense for:

• Syndicates: 10 people sharing a full system 9 (25.20 euros each per draw) have significantly better odds than 10 individual players
• Euro number system with 3 numbers: Relatively affordable (x3 multiplier) and strategically valuable because it triples the chance of hitting the right Euro number combination
• Super jackpot phases: When the jackpot is at 90+ million euros, the higher stake can be more proportionate
• Occasional play: Better to play a system once a month than a single bet every week

Less sensible for:

• Small budgets: If 42 euros per draw exceeds your budget, a single bet is better
• Regular play: A weekly full system 8 (112 euros) means over 5,800 euros per year
• Misunderstanding: A system bet doesn't change the fundamental mathematics — the expected value per euro remains the same

The Honest Calculation

Mathematically, a system bet is nothing more than the bundled submission of many individual bets. The expected value per euro invested doesn't change. What does change is the variance: your chance of winning increases, but proportionally to your higher stake.

The true advantage lies in the convenience and the guarantee of achieving the maximum yield (with the full system) when you do hit.

Use our Eurojackpot Generator to create number combinations based on statistical strategies — you can then use these as the foundation for your system bet.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bets does a full system with 8 main numbers generate?

A full system with 8 main numbers and 2 Euro numbers generates 56 individual bets (C(8,5) = 56). At a bet price of 2 euros, the system costs 112 euros per draw plus processing fee.

What is the difference between a full system and VEW?

With a full system, all possible combinations are played — you have maximum win guarantee. With a VEW system (partial system), only a selection is played, which is significantly cheaper but doesn't cover all winning combinations. The full system is the secure, more expensive option; the VEW system is the compromise.

Can I combine main number and Euro number systems?

Yes. For example, you can choose 7 main numbers and 3 Euro numbers. This produces 21 x 3 = 63 bets (126 euros). The combination is particularly effective because the Euro numbers are decisive for the prize tier.

Is a system bet worthwhile for individual players?

For individual players, small systems are recommended: a full system 6 (12 euros) or a standard bet with 3 Euro numbers (6 euros). Larger systems are more suitable for syndicates due to the exponentially rising costs. The key is that the stake remains within your budget.

Further Information

• Eurojackpot Generator — Generate numbers based on statistical strategies
• Probability Calculator — The mathematics behind the winning odds
• Prize Tiers & Payouts — Current payouts for all 12 prize tiers

Responsible Gaming

System bets significantly increase the stake. Set a clear budget and do not exceed it — regardless of how attractive a jackpot may appear. Lotteries are an entertainment product, not a path to financial security.

If you feel that your gambling behaviour is becoming problematic, contact the German Federal Centre for Health Education (BZgA):

• Phone: 0800 1 37 27 00 (free of charge)
• Website: www.bzga.de